innkeeper

noun

inn·​keep·​er ˈin-ˌkē-pər How to pronounce innkeeper (audio)
1
: a proprietor of an inn
2

Examples of innkeeper in a Sentence

the innkeeper was a very genial, accommodating host
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In September, sheriff’s deputies in South Carolina charged Nathaniel Drayton, a coach of the post-grad Hardeeville Vikings, with defrauding players and innkeepers after multiple hotels evicted the team for not paying. Kenny Jacoby, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024 The application opened in December and will remain open until the nonprofit finds its innkeepers. Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 7 Dec. 2024 One of the most charming holiday celebrations in Hendersonville is the Holiday Tour of Inns, where guests can explore bed and breakfasts decked out for the season and learn the storied histories of these properties as well as meet the innkeepers. Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024 Taillon said the two biggest revenue sources are the innkeepers tax and casino revenues. Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 12 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for innkeeper 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of innkeeper was in the 15th century

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“Innkeeper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/innkeeper. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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innkeeper

noun
inn·​keep·​er ˈin-ˌkē-pər How to pronounce innkeeper (audio)
: the person who runs an inn

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